In Brief
A man travelling on a scooter was struck by a negligently-driven car and suffered severe injuries, including 50% permanent physical disability resulting in 100% functional impairment. The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal awarded him Rs. 15,51,030/- compensation; the High Court reduced it to Rs. 7,88,150/-. The Supreme Court reversed the High Court, holding that the Tribunal's award—based on careful analysis of medical evidence, disability certificates, and all relevant damage heads—was just and reasonable. The Court restored the full award and awarded 6% interest from the Tribunal's order date, rejecting the defendant's liability challenges."
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